- Open jobs
- 16
- Agencies hiring
- 5
- Median pay in listings
- $57.12/hour
- Pay range
- $20.89 – $160/hour
- Median wage in California (BLS)
- $36.54/hour
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Medical Lab Technologist pay in California
The median wage for Medical Lab Technologist jobs in California is $36.54 per hour ($76,003 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $57.12/hour, from $20.89 to $160. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.
License and requirements
Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from California; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.
Agencies hiring for Medical Lab Technologist jobs in California
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| Health Advocates Network | 8 | $160/hr |
| CompHealth | 3 | $20.89/hr |
| Care Team Solutions | 2 | $45.34/hr |
| GHR Healthcare | 2 | $76.78/hr |
| AHS Staffing | 1 | $57.12/hr |
Cities with the most Medical Lab Technologist jobs
Arcata (4), Pleasanton (3), Berkeley (3), Clearlake (2), King City (1), Willits (1), San Francisco (1), Winterhaven (1)
FAQ
How much does a Medical Lab Technologist make in California?
The median wage for Medical Lab Technologist jobs in California is $36.54 per hour (about $76,003 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Medical Lab Technologist jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $57.12 per hour.
How many Medical Lab Technologist jobs are open in California?
16 Medical Lab Technologist jobs from 5 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.
What license do I need?
Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from California; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.